1976 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 664 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Morgan 4 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |